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How to pronounce lectures in American English

“lectures” pronunciation by American speakers

Listen to lectures the way American speakers say it — in real sentences from public video clips that play here, on YouTongue.

“lectures” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. of Exploring Space lectures.

    Smithsonian Air & Space

  2. Her lectures are subscription lectures which meant you were supposed to pay upfront.

    US National Archives

  3. All the lectures are archived.

    NIH

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